Chapter 11Prep, Workflow Design, and Testing
Failing to Prepare Is Preparing to Fail
Every ounce of preparation before the shoot is worth a pound of cure during the shoot. If you have thoroughly thought out everything that you need to make the shots, scenes, and the project work in every stage or location where you are shooting, or, moreover, if you have thought out everything that could possibly go wrong as well, then fewer surprises can spoil your day.
Sharing a Visual Language With Your Director
I always start a project by chatting with the director about favorite movies and images. By renting a stack of Blu-ray disks or DVDs and watching them with your director, you can foster a discussion about likes and dislikes that helps to create ...
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